These chocolate no bake cookies are so easy and quick to make and are the perfect treat to have on hand during the holidays and beyond! Made with chocolate, peanut butter and oats, these no bake cookies really are the best!
Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
Add the butter, sugar, milk, cocoa powder, and salt to a large saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from the heat.
½ cup unsalted butter, 2 cups granulated sugar, ½ cup milk, ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
Stir in the peanut butter, vanilla, and cinnamon (if using); mix until incorporated.
½ cup creamy peanut butter, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Add the oats and mix will.
3 cups quick oats
Working quickly, drop by tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets and let the cookies completely set/cool. If desired, flatten the mounds slightly with a spoon.
Store in an airtight container.
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Notes
Be sure to line your baking trays with parchment so that the cookies are easily removed.
The milk mixture only needs to boil for one minute. Don't boil it any longer or it can affect the texture of the cookies.
Mix the dough really well, everything should be incorporated and you can easily do this by hand.
The cookies will take about 30 minutes to fully set, so be patient!
Storage: Store chocolate no bake cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.